With the coming of the winter season, it is time to enjoy the season to the fullest. Freezing breezes blowing across the country, and with the drop in the temperature scale, people are craving soul-warming food this season. There’s nothing like snuggling up in a blanket and indulging in delectable treats.
Although most people love winter, there are negative aspects that share an equal space in winter. The season brings ailments like cough, cold, fever, and so on. This not only impacts your wellbeing but also your appetite. To treat this, it is necessary to stay warm from within and eat foods that are easy to digest or tailor-made for the season.
As the Indian markets get packed with a wide range of seasonal fruits and veggies, people can make the best use of these by making Indian food combinations that are both delicious and nutritious. There are several comforting Indian food combinations that are a perfect match to this weather.
Take a look:
- Sarson Ka Saag And Makke Di Roti
In Punjab, people enjoy winter by eating sarson ka saag and makke di roti. This dish combines mustard greens, along with bethua leaves, ghee, and some spices. Sarson ka saag when served with makke di roti and gur, is a fulfilling winter meal. Although it is a dish hailing from Punjab, it has acquired prominence across the country. The best part is that it can be easily made at home. This dish is nutrient-rich and boosts immunity.
- Rasam And Rice
South Indian rasam holds a special place in the category of comforting food especially in the winter season. It warms the heart and strengthens the immune system just like soups and stews. If feeling under the weather, shifting the palate to rasam and rice is the best decision. There are a wide range of rasam recipes that can be tried.
- Jalebi And Masala Doodh
Although jalebi is found all year round, there is something that elevates the dish in the winter season. The hot, syrupy jalebis when combined with the milky delicacy called masala dooth is worth trying, especially in North India. Besides, the warm milk along with jalebi helps ward off seasonal cold, making it the perfect food combination for the season’s unfavourable weather.
- Aloo Methi And Paratha
This delightful combination of potato and fenugreek takes the dish to a whole new level of tastiness in the winter season. Aloo methi is a beloved option that can be enjoyed at lunch by people of all age groups. It is a quick, and simple dish. The dish exudes an earthy and rustic flavour owing to the presence of methi leaves. This aloo methi sabzi with butter-topped paratha.
- Masala Chai And Pakora
Wondering what to eat for snacks that will warm the heart from within. Pakora and masala chai are the best combination that can be eaten on winter evenings. Pakora and chai go hand-in-hand. Pakora are deep-fried lentil or flour-based fritters eaten widely in India. It might or might not have vegetables or meat. Whereas masala chai is made with different types of spices namely cardamom, clove, black pepper, and cinnamon.